2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer: Manahawkin Buyers Guide

The ladder got a full rebuild this year

If you looked at a Grand Wagoneer trim sheet two years ago, throw it out. The old Series I / Series II / Series III / Obsidian naming is gone, replaced by six trims that read in plain English: Grand Wagoneer, Limited Altitude, Upland, Limited Reserve, Summit Obsidian, and Summit Reserve. The bigger change is under the hood. Both V8s that used to headline this SUV, the 5.7-liter and the 6.4-liter Obsidian engine, are retired for 2026. Every trim, base to Summit Reserve, runs the same 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo six, an engine that trades displacement for boost and comes out ahead on the spec sheet: 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, numbers that land at or above what either outgoing V8 made. An independent 0-60 figure in the low six-second range has circulated in early testing, consistent with how the prior twin-turbo Grand Wagoneer tested, though Jeep has not published an official number for this model year, so treat it as a reasonable estimate rather than a certified spec.

The Upland is the one genuinely new nameplate in the mix, slotted between Limited Altitude and Limited Reserve with tow hooks, skid plates, all-terrain tires and its own wheel design, an adventure-styled trim rather than a true off-road suspension package. Jeep has also announced a plug-in hybrid Grand Wagoneer variant, reportedly making something in the neighborhood of 650 horsepower, for a future date. It isn't part of the six-trim gas lineup on sale now, isn't priced, and shouldn't be confused with anything in this guide.

What's standard, and it's a lot

The base Grand Wagoneer's standard-equipment list reads like an options sheet on most three-row SUVs: Quadra-Lift air suspension with adjustable ride height, a 12-inch Uconnect 5 navigation touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 24-way power front seats that are both heated and ventilated, a tri-pane panoramic sunroof running the length of the cabin, and a hands-free power liftgate. Every trim is 4x4, using Jeep's Quadra-Trac II or Quadra-Drive II system depending on where you land on the ladder, and every trim seats seven or eight across three rows depending on how you configure the second row. Add the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package, available across the lineup, and max towing climbs to 10,000 pounds, enough for a boat that actually needs a hitch. A stretched-wheelbase Grand Wagoneer L is also available on most trims for roughly $3,000 more, adding meaningful third-row and cargo room; confirm L availability on your specific trim with the dealer; one industry source flags it as unconfirmed on Upland specifically.

One number Jeep has not released yet: EPA fuel economy for the 2026 model year. If you see a specific combined-mpg figure quoted anywhere for this exact model year, treat it skeptically until Jeep and the EPA publish official numbers.

Pick your 2026 Grand Wagoneer

Where it lives at the shore

Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is a family-owned store at 188 Route 72 in Manahawkin, part of the DiFeo Auto Group, and it's the store closest to the causeway if you're shopping from Long Beach Island itself. All four Stellantis brands sell out of the same building, sales and service under one roof, with staff who speak Spanish for customers who prefer it. The dealership carries a 4.7-star average across more than 2,100 Google reviews, and the buying process shows up in them consistently. Jack R. described being "treated like family from my first step in the door," while Keith M., who leased a Grand Cherokee L, said the team "made me feel like family and even gave me the deal I wanted." That's the same sales floor and finance office that will write your Grand Wagoneer deal.

Living with one on Route 72

A Grand Wagoneer is a genuinely large SUV, longer and heavier than the Grand Cherokee one rung down the Jeep lineup, and that size pays off exactly where Ocean County asks for it: crossing the causeway with a boat behind you, hauling the family and everyone's gear down to the island for the weekend, or just riding out a coastal storm with real ground clearance and standard 4x4 underneath you. The service & repair guide covers what salt air and sand do to a vehicle this size over time, and the pricing & leasing guide works through New Jersey's tax math and how Grand Wagoneer offers tend to run against a sticker this high.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a 2026 Grand Wagoneer cost?

MSRPs run $64,740 to $101,390 across the six trims, plus destination. The full breakdown, plus how New Jersey's tax applies to a vehicle in this price range, is in the pricing guide.

What changed on the 2026 Grand Wagoneer?

The entire trim ladder was renamed and reorganized, the two V8 engines were dropped in favor of one 420-hp twin-turbo six across every trim, and a new Upland trim joined the lineup. See the model-year-changes section above for the full list.

Is the Grand Wagoneer the same as the Wagoneer S?

No, and this trips up a fair number of shoppers. The Wagoneer S is a smaller, all-electric SUV with its own separate lineup. The Grand Wagoneer covered on this page is the full-size, gas-powered flagship, three rows, 4x4 standard, and a different vehicle entirely.

Is the Grand Wagoneer a 7-seat or 8-seat SUV?

Both are available, depending on second-row configuration: bench seating gets you to eight passengers, while captain's chairs bring it to seven with more room around each rear-seat passenger.

Can I lease a 2026 Grand Wagoneer?

Yes. Jeep runs lease programs on the Grand Wagoneer regularly, and Manahawkin posts current offers on its specials page. The pricing guide walks through lease-versus-buy for a vehicle at this price point.

Where can I see one in Manahawkin?

On the lot at Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 188 Route 72, a short drive from the Long Beach Island causeway.

Six trims, one very capable SUV

Whichever trim you're leaning toward, the Hurricane six and 4x4 underneath it don't change; what changes is how much cabin, sound system and styling you want stacked on top. The trim guides below break down exactly what each step buys, and the fastest way to settle it is still sitting in a base Grand Wagoneer and a Summit Reserve back to back on the Route 72 lot.